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First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan

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178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
203-966-0002 www.fpcnc.org

April 2016

Understanding Islam – Presbyterians Host Pastor’s Forum

Sunday, April, 3, 2016 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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First Presbyterian Church will host a Pastor’s Forum entitled “Understanding Islam” this Sunday, April 3, at 11:15 in the church sanctuary, Mrs. Shekaiba Bennett and Dr. Shahrzad Mohammadi, both of New Canaan, will present a brief overview of the Muslim world and the shared Abrahamic traditions and values of Islam and Christianity. They will then answer questions and discuss current issues of importance to Christians and Muslims alike. This will be an opportunity to participate in a non-political conversation about…

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September 2016

Conversations on Race: Kick off by Rev Dr Jackson

Sunday, September, 18, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan is kicking-off its “Conversations on Race” on Sunday, September 18th, with guest preacher, the Rev. Dr. Tommie Jackson, the pastor of Faith Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church in Stamford, CT. The Rev. Jackson will preach during the 10:00 a.m. worship service and then lead a Pastors’ Forum beginning at 11:15 in the sanctuary.

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New Canaan Police Chief to Speak at First Presbyterian Church as part of the series “Conversations on Race”

Wednesday, September, 28, 2016 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

The city of Charlotte has erupted in protest, some protestors turning to violence, following the shooting of a black man. The governor of North Carolina has declared a “state of emergency.” A black man in Tulsa was shot last Friday after his car broke down. Police officers have been targeted and killed in New York City, Dallas, and Baton Rouge. Leon Krolikowski, the New Canaan chief of Police will be at First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan on Wednesday evening,…

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November 2016

Gun Violence and People of Faith

Sunday, November, 6, 2016 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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Pastors’ Forum – Sunday, November 6 at 11:15am in the Common Room, First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan. “Gun Violence & People of Faith,” Ron Pinciaro, Executive Director, CT Against Gun Violence. Did you know that Connecticut has for the third consecutive year been ranked by the Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence as having the second strongest gun laws in the nation. Despite those laws, someone in Connecticut owns 179 assault rifles, but if he’s your neighbor, you may…

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December 2016

With Gifts of Gold and Incense Sweet: Music for a King – Christmas Concert First Presbyterian Church

Sunday, December, 18, 2016 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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On Sunday, December 18 at 4pm, come join the First Presbyterian Choir, Carol Choir and English Handbell Choir at their annual Christmas Concert, “With Gifts of Gold and Incense Sweet: Music for a King”, directed by the new Director of Music, Victoria Shields. Take time to ponder the mystery of the birth of the Christ Child in this busy season. The concert weaves together themes of preparation, light, life and hope for the one who reveals God’s dream for this…

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January 2017

New Year’s Day Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, January, 1, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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People of all faiths and their animal companions are welcome to attend! Members of the congregation and visitors – adults and children alike – are encouraged to bring their leashed or caged animals during the service. All are invited to come forward to receive an individual blessing from the ministers. Dogs, cats, horses, goats, llamas, ferrets, frogs, turtles and hedgehogs are some of the animals that have received blessings at past services. A real, live pet is not required to…

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May 2017

MEMORIAL DAY BBQ

Monday, May, 29, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

ALL ARE WELCOME TO THE ANNUAL NEW CANAAN MEMORIAL DAY BBQ Games, Crafts, Food & Fun Free admission Family Fun Fest!

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Memorial Day BBQ

Monday, May, 29, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

Annual New Canaan Memorial Day BBQ Free Admission Games Crafts Food Fun All are welcome!

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September 2017

Welcome Home Sunday First Presbyterian Church

Sunday, September, 10, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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There will be Food & Fellowship, games for the children, opportunities to sign up to serve the church in a variety of ways (for Bible study, for youth & children’s programs, for choir, and more!), and to reconnect with our church family after the summer. All are welcome!

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October 2017

Healthcare 2017: Beginning of the End or End of the Beginning?

Sunday, October, 15, 2017 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

With all the acrimony and bitter debate in Congress over the Affordable Care Act and its perceived shortcomings, there has been a universal cry for change in our private and public health systems. While everyone has an opinion on healthcare, it often breaks down beyond each person's ability to pay and personal experiences. Most Americans don't understand the differences between Medicare, Medicaid, Public Exchanges and Employer Sponsored Healthcare. Heated debate is certain when we discuss whether healthcare is a right…

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Concert and Autumn Harvest Ice Breaker Event at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan

Saturday, October, 21, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
$20

Come for an evening of music and fellowship, featuring soprano, Jennifer Gliere. A descendent of Russian composer Reinhold Gliere, she has toured the world carrying on his legacy. “A sensitive artist who knows how to turn a phrase while giving urgent meaning to the text”, Ms. Gliere has appeared in recital and oratorio in Austria, Germany, Italy, Russia, Ukraine, and throughout the United States. Recent highlights include recital tours in Ukraine and France and performances in Washington, D.C. She will…

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December 2017

Images of the Crèche Christmas Concert

Sunday, December, 17, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

First Presbyterian's Adult and Children's Choir present at their annual Christmas concert featuring Benjamin Britten's Ceremony of Carols accompanied by Grammy-nominated harpist, Kristi Shade. Other works for the season include music by Scheidt, Poston, Houkom, Chilcott and more. Carol singing included! Free-will offering to benefit church-supported missions.

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March 2018

Vespers Service

Sunday, March, 18, 2018 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

The First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan will present Gabriel Fauré's Requiem in a service of Vespers for the Fifth Sunday of Lent on Sunday, March 18th at 4:00 p.m. The choirs of First Presbyterian Church will combine with Round Hill Community Church, Greenwich to present this work arranged for choir, organ, violin, cello, and harp. The clergy of both churches will lead this meditative liturgy for the evening. First Presbyterian's Director of Music, Victoria Shields and Round Hill Community…

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Palm Sunday

Sunday, March, 25, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

All are welcome to celebrate Palm Sunday. Triumphal Entry and Procession with Palms and The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ. The First Presbyterian Church Choir Infant care and special programs for children.

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April 2018

Easter Sunday

Sunday, April, 1, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

Resurrection of the Lord All are welcome! Two services with Holy Communion at 9:00 am and 11 am. The 9:00 am service will feature The First Presbyterian Church Choir and the Children's Choir

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Goodwill at the First Presbyterian Church

Saturday, April, 14, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

On Saturday, April 14, from 9 AM to 1 PM, The First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, will sponsor a donation drive for Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut once a month. The next collection date will be Saturday, May 5and will continue every second Saturday of month through December. Donations of clothing, furniture and household items in good condition are sought and receipts for tax purposes will be available. Goodwill Industries provides vocational services for people with disabilities and special…

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Scottish Sunday!

Sunday, April, 29, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

All are welcome to join the fanfare at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan! The Mt. Kisco pipes and drums will get your feet moving to “Highland Cathedral” with a bagpipe procession at the beginning of the 10:00am Worship Service. Your hearts will be stirred with “Amazing Grace”. Enjoy the Ceilidh featuring Scottish songs, harp and bagpipes, as well as Balladeer, Ron Duncan. Our Guest Preacher is Rev. Dr. Barrie Shepherd. Be sure to grab some coffee and New…

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May 2018

Mother’s Day Charis Concert

Sunday, May, 13, 2018 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
$25.00

On Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13th at 4:00 p.m., Charis Chamber Voices directed by Art Sjögren, will be presenting their "Serenade to Spring" concert here at FPC. This Westchester-based chamber ensemble will be presenting works by Bridge, Berger, Minard, Padella, Brahms, and more. In true Art Sjögren style, the program is elegant and creatively programmed with works spanning the centuries. Tickets are $25 for regular admission, $20 for seniors, and $15 for students. Tickets are available online at www.charisvocals.com or…

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September 2018

Homecoming at the First Presbyterian Church

Sunday, September, 9, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

Join us the Sunday, September 9 for Homecoming Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan. We'll feast together on worship at 10:00 am with our dynamic new interim pastor Rev. Dr. Michael Piazza, and then share a meal in preparation for what promises to be a transformational season. All are welcome!

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October 2018

Nosferata The First Dracula Movie

Friday, October, 19, 2018 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
$20

You are invited to get in the Halloween spirit on Friday, October 19 and 7:30 p.m. with the silent film “Nosferatu”, the first screen adaptation of Bram Stoker’s classic novel “Dracula”. Organist Jackson Borges will accompany the movie as it was presented in the early days of cinema. Tickets are $20 for adults and include popcorn, wine, and water; admission is free for children 18 and under. We hope you and friends will join us for this spooky night of…

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Fall Cleaning? Goodwill Collection at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 27th

Saturday, October, 27, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:

On Saturday, October 27 from 9 AM to 1 PM, The First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, will sponsor a donation drive for Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut once a month. The next collection date will be Saturday, November 10 and will continue every second Saturday of month through December. Donations of clothing, furniture and household items in good condition are sought and receipts for tax purposes will be available. Goodwill Industries provides vocational services for people with disabilities and…

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November 2018

Fall Cleaning? Goodwill Collection at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday

Saturday, November, 10, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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On Saturday, November 10 from 9 AM to 1 PM, The First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, will sponsor a donation drive for Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut once a month. Donations of clothing, furniture and household items in good condition are sought and receipts for tax purposes will be available. Goodwill Industries provides vocational services for people with disabilities and special needs. Over 60 percent of its operating revenue comes from the sale of donated goods in its retail…

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December 2018

Fall Cleaning? Goodwill Collection at First Presbyterian Church

Saturday, December, 8, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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On Saturday, December 8th from 9 AM to 1 PM, The First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, will sponsor a donation drive for Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut once a month. Donations of clothing, furniture and household items in good condition are sought and receipts for tax purposes will be available. Goodwill Industries provides vocational services for people with disabilities and special needs. Over 60 percent of its operating revenue comes from the sale of donated goods in its retail…

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On the Road to Bethlehem!

Sunday, December, 16, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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All are welcome to worship! Feel free to join us at coffee hour following the service.

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Christmas Concert

Sunday, December, 16, 2018 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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The First Presbyterian Church Choir and soloists will be joined by a chamber orchestra for the music ministry’s annual Christmas concert on Sunday, December 16, at 4 p.m. The candlelit concert, under the leadership of Music Director Victoria Shields, will feature Camille Saint-Saëns’s “Christmas Oratorio,” as well as congregational carols. A champagne reception to celebrate the season will follow the music. The concert is free and open to all, but a freewill offering to aid those affected by the California…

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On the Road to Bethlehem!

Sunday, December, 23, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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All are welcome!

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Christmas Eve Children’s Pagent

Monday, December, 24, 2018 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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Come see the magic of the birth of Christ at the Children's Pagent. All are welcome!

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Monday, December, 24, 2018 @ 11:00 pm - 11:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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All are welcome to the traditional Christmas Eve service with carols and candlelight!

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February 2019

Valentine’s Coffee Concert

Sunday, February, 10, 2019 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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This coffeehouse-style recital showcases songs about love in all genres of music, as well as “singing Valentines” presented to audience members. All are welcome!

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March 2019

Charis Chamber Voices

Sunday, March, 3, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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$25

Charis Chamber Voices will present a program of 17th and 18th century works from the heart of the Baroque period, including Handel’s acrobatic Dixit Dominus featuring soloists and a 12-piece orchestra playing period instruments. Arthur Sjogren is the Artistic Director for this special concert. Everyone knows Handel's Messiah, but everyone should know his Dixit Dominus, written when he was just 22 years old and working in Italy! Works by Bach, Zelenka and Durante will also be performed. Share Charis with…

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April 2019

Easter Services at First Presbyterian Church

Sunday, April, 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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Join us on Easter Sunday! Come at 7 am for the Sunrise Service with breakfast after. Join us for the traditional service at 10 am, followed by mimosas and an egg hunt! All are welcome!

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May 2019

Scottish Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church

Sunday, May, 5, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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The 46th annual First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan Scottish Heritage & Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan Service will take place Sunday May 5th 30 at ten a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church (or Kirk) of New Canaan. Presbyterians trace their spiritual and lineal roots back to Scotland - the Kirkin’ features the presentation of family (or clan) tartans by church school children for a traditional blessing. The Reverend Michael Piazza, Senior Interim Pastor, will officiate and preach. The service will…

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October 2019

Monster Bash !!

Friday, October, 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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Monster Bash – A Halloween Night for the Whole Family Friday, October 11th at 6:00 p.m. A family-friendly interactive concert to help get our ghouls on with the sounds of FPC’s Æolian Skinner pipe organ. Featuring all women organists, this program is fun for all ages. Come in costume and bring something for our potluck dinner with a Halloween theme. Prizes for best costume for both children and adults. The adult prizes include gift certificates to Elm and Gates restaurants!…

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November 2019

Disco Night!

Friday, November, 15, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
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Put on some polyester and your dancin’ shoes to get your groove on as we turn the Philip Ives Sanctuary into a 1970’s disco! DJ Ralphie will be spinning the best tunes of the era. This event is fun for all ages. So, bring friends and family for this step back in time! Donations accepted for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance to aid those affected by Hurricane Dorian.

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January 2020

Community Conversation with Sandy Hook Promise

Sunday, January, 26, 2020 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 Select a Country:
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Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 11:30am First Presbyterian Church will host a don’t-miss discussion – appropriate for children, youth and adults - about identifying the early warning signs and at-risk behaviors that, without intervention, could lead to violence. Mary Wellander, an ambassador for Sandy Hook Promise will discuss how schools and youth organizations offer unparalleled opportunities to create inclusive supportive cultures that can improve mental health and well-being, school safety, and ultimately save lives. Participants will discuss social isolation, cyberbullying,…

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